Studying the Potential of Biochar as a Soil Amendment to Improve Crop Productivity
In modern agriculture, enhancing soil health and crop productivity is essential to meet rising food demands. Various soil amendments, such as manure, chemical fertilizers, compost, and lime, are traditionally used to improve soil properties and boost crop yields. However, the effectiveness and susta...
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| author | Al-Fatlawy Ramy Riad Hussein A. H. A. Satyanarayana G. V. V. |
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| description | In modern agriculture, enhancing soil health and crop productivity is essential to meet rising food demands. Various soil amendments, such as manure, chemical fertilizers, compost, and lime, are traditionally used to improve soil properties and boost crop yields. However, the effectiveness and sustainability of these amendments vary, highlighting the need for a comprehensive assessment to identify the most effective solution. This study investigates the potential of biochar as a soil amendment, comparing it with manure, chemical fertilizers, compost, and lime. The research aims to identify a soil treatment that not only improves crop yields but also enhances soil health and promotes long-term sustainability. The methodology involves a comparative analysis of these amendments, evaluating their impact on crop productivity, soil pH levels, water retention capacity, and nutrient content. Data was collected from experimental plots treated with each amendment. The results indicate that biochar significantly outperforms the other treatments across all measured parameters. Plots treated with biochar exhibited higher crop yields, improved soil pH balance, enhanced water retention, and increased nutrient content. These findings suggest that biochar is a superior soil amendment, offering both immediate and long-term benefits for soil health and agricultural productivity .In conclusion, the study demonstrates that biochar is the most effective soil amendment among those tested, making it a promising solution for sustainable farming. The results provide a strong foundation for further research and practical applications of biochar in diverse agricultural settings. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-d7b6e257874e4e01b08eba8dd2822e1a2025-08-20T03:24:47ZengEDP SciencesSHS Web of Conferences2261-24242025-01-012160101610.1051/shsconf/202521601016shsconf_iciaites2025_01016Studying the Potential of Biochar as a Soil Amendment to Improve Crop ProductivityAl-Fatlawy Ramy Riad0Hussein A. H. A.1Satyanarayana G. V. V.2Department of computers Techniques engineering, College of technical engineering, The Islamic University, Najaf, Iraq The Islamic University of Al Diwaniyah, Al Diwaniyah, Iraq The Islamic University of BabylonCollege of Pharmacy, Ahl Al Bayt UniversityDepartment of Civil, GRIETIn modern agriculture, enhancing soil health and crop productivity is essential to meet rising food demands. Various soil amendments, such as manure, chemical fertilizers, compost, and lime, are traditionally used to improve soil properties and boost crop yields. However, the effectiveness and sustainability of these amendments vary, highlighting the need for a comprehensive assessment to identify the most effective solution. This study investigates the potential of biochar as a soil amendment, comparing it with manure, chemical fertilizers, compost, and lime. The research aims to identify a soil treatment that not only improves crop yields but also enhances soil health and promotes long-term sustainability. The methodology involves a comparative analysis of these amendments, evaluating their impact on crop productivity, soil pH levels, water retention capacity, and nutrient content. Data was collected from experimental plots treated with each amendment. The results indicate that biochar significantly outperforms the other treatments across all measured parameters. Plots treated with biochar exhibited higher crop yields, improved soil pH balance, enhanced water retention, and increased nutrient content. These findings suggest that biochar is a superior soil amendment, offering both immediate and long-term benefits for soil health and agricultural productivity .In conclusion, the study demonstrates that biochar is the most effective soil amendment among those tested, making it a promising solution for sustainable farming. The results provide a strong foundation for further research and practical applications of biochar in diverse agricultural settings.https://www.shs-conferences.org/articles/shsconf/pdf/2025/07/shsconf_iciaites2025_01016.pdf |
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